Habitat for Humanity International, INC. (HFHI) is a global, nonprofit, non-governmental organization with over 40 years of experience in promoting access to adequate housing. Currently, HFHI operates in more than 70 countries worldwide, working to improve living conditions through sustainable housing solutions.
In Peru, HFHI carries out its initiatives through the Terwilliger Center for Innovation in Shelter (TCIS), which has been active since 2018. Using a market systems approach, TCIS seeks to strengthen and enhance the housing ecosystem for low-income segments by facilitating improvements in affordable housing products, services, and financing mechanisms. Through strategic partnerships with key sector stakeholders, TCIS promotes innovative solutions that contribute to a more efficient housing market that benefits vulnerable families.
In this context, the MEAL Manager plays a key role in designing and implementing a robust results measurement system for the market systems program in the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region, with a particular focus on Peru. This position is responsible for facilitating program design processes, providing technical assistance to the team on Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning (MEAL), and strengthening the capacities of staff and strategic partners in the implementation of best practices for measurement and knowledge management.
Through this role, HFHI aims to ensure that housing sector interventions are effective, sustainable, and generate a tangible impact on the quality of life of low-income families, supporting informed decision-making based on evidence.
I. General Objective
Strengthen the capacity of the team and strategic partners in applying MEAL approaches within the market systems program in Peru and the Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) region. This includes optimizing the use of results measurement to enhance decision-making, facilitate continuous learning, and ensure that housing interventions are effective, sustainable, and aligned with global MEAL standards.
II. Responsibilities and Essential Duties
- Strategic Alignment and Program Oversight
- Ensure the MEAL strategy is well-defined, regularly reviewed, and aligned with HFHI’s global MEAL standards and market systems approach.
- Integrate learning questions and change pathways into the program strategy, ensuring coherence and relevance for LAC and Peru.
- Establish accountability mechanisms, including transparent reporting processes and stakeholder engagement.
- Coordinate the development, review, and submission of monthly, quarterly, and semiannual reports, ensuring alignment with program objectives and donor requirements.
- Support the feasibility and structuring of initiatives with housing market actors to address sector constraints.
2. Results Measurement and Data Management
- Develop and standardize an outcomes measurement framework, ensuring alignment with global MEAL priorities and regional needs.
- Implement data management and monitoring systems, ensuring data protection, quality, and accountability.
- Develop and oversee intervention monitoring plans with structured data collection
schedules. - Conduct rapid assessments to provide real-time feedback and inform program
adjustments. - Utilize performance data to generate actionable insights that enhance learning and
decision-making.
3. Evaluation, Learning, and Knowledge Management
- Lead rapid assessments and evaluation roadmaps to measure systemic changes and impact.
- Facilitate performance reviews and learning sessions, ensuring insights inform program adaptations.
- Design and implement a capacity-building plan for TCIS staff and partners on MEAL methodologies.
- Establish a knowledge-sharing system, ensuring accessibility and integration into program learning.
- Represent TCIS in forums, seminars, and workshops, contributing to global MEAL discussions.
4. Partnerships and Resource Mobilization
- Maintain a network of consultants and subject-matter experts in housing, finance, and partnerships.
- Identify and pursue funding opportunities to expand MEAL initiatives.
- Strengthen collaboration with stakeholders to enhance evidence-based advocacy and policy influence in housing.
- Integrate MEAL processes with HFHI’s global systems (e.g., Global Matrix Tool, strategic planning).
- Support cross-sector partnerships to enhance private and public sector engagement in MEAL initiatives.
III. Education and Experience
1. Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in social science, international development, statistics, economics, or a related field with a strong emphasis on results measurement or research methodologies.
- Master’s/post-graduate degree in project management, monitoring and evaluation, market systems development, or related fields is highly preferred.
- Specialized training or certifications in MEAL systems, data analysis, or market systems development (e.g., DCED Standards, statistical software, or data visualization tools) is a plus.
2. Experience:
- At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in designing and implementing MEAL systems, using both quantitative and qualitative methodological approaches.
- Proven experience in applying MEAL knowledge within market systems development programs or similar fields, with demonstrated results in adaptive management and learning.
- Experience managing field-level projects, including data collection and stakeholder engagement in complex or resource-constrained environments.
- Proficiency in data management and statistical programs (e.g., SPSS, R, Stata, Power BI, or Tableau) to analyze and visualize data for decision-making.
- Previous experience in the LAC region is an advantage, with knowledge of contextual challenges and opportunities in housing markets.
IV. Consultancy Duration
This consultancy is scheduled to take place over 12 months, from February 15, 2025, to February 15, 2026 (these dates may be subject to modification in coordination with HFHI-TCIS). The consultant will work in close coordination with the Regional Director or a designated member of the TCIS team.
V. Application Process
To apply for this short-term consultancy position, please submit a proposal (technical and financial) to gstratico@habitat.org no later than February 14, 2025, and an updated CV with a list of similar consultancy projects or relevant work experience.
You can view the Terms of Reference at the following link: TOR – MEAL Consultancy – Monitoring and Evaluation